Art Therapy in Langley, BC

You may find yourself dealing with challenges that have altered the structure of your life, as you knew it before. When things around us change, we can sometimes feel overwhelmed by the unknown and not feel prepared to adjust to new realities. These factors can trigger different emotions making us feel stuck or not able to move forward. My area of focus is diverse and includes; anxiety, depression, addiction, low self-esteem, grief, loss, unexpected life changes, crises, relationship issues, difficult family dynamics, health challenges, work, and school stress. My aim remains steadfast in helping clients find healthy ways to cope.

“My ideal client is focused upon personal growth and healing.” Your story, your pain and your collection of struggles and memories are unique to you, so let me pour you a cup of tea or coffee, and let’s talk. Let me be there to help and guide you through your life transitions and adapting through changes. I can help your child and teenager deal with unexpected life struggles and behaviors and/or dealing with separation/divorce? I can help! I have experience in Play and Art Therapy , CBT, Grief Therapy, and applied behaviour intervention. My goal is to help you support your child/teen and support you in your journey right now.

If you are struggling to cope during these challenging times, reaching out for support is the healthiest thing you can do for yourself. Feeling anxious, overwhelmed or depressed are normal reactions to this uncertain world. Hopelessness, losing motivation or questioning your purpose is tough. You don't have to do it alone! There is a way out and I am here to help. I work with family relationships, work and performance issues, trauma, adoption, couples therapy and individuals with anxiety, depression, addictions and histories of abuse, among others. I offer experiential therapies: art , mind/body, play, & Equine Guided Learning.

Whether you are re-taking control of your life and starting over or you are looking to set time aside for your mental wellbeing, Art Therapy can help. Art Therapy is widely used as an auxiliary treatment for depression, illness and chronic pain, addiction and trauma. Children and Youth particularly respond well to Art Therapy as it offers a less confrontational approach to counselling . I have experience working with children and youth with various challenges stemming from parental separation, anxiety disorders, grief and loss and especially difficulties with social inclusion and feeling outcasted.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Counselling Art Therapist. I believe that everyone should have access to holistic equity-based counselling. As such, I am passionate about creating a safe, respectful, and validating space for you to explore your mental health and lived experiences through traditional talk therapy with the option of art and the art making process. Sometimes words do not get our important thoughts and feelings quite right, and art can be a great way to explore what lies within. No art experience needed!

Sometimes our greatest discomfort comes when we aren’t who we once were and we’re not yet who we are becoming. We need help to step into this new reality. It is possible to go through life’s challenges with support, guidance and inspiration. Trauma can fracture us from our authentic self. Therapy can help to put the pieces together: mind, body, heart and soul. It is possible to discover new internal resources that bring an increased feeling of self-mastery, self-awareness and self-confidence. It is possible that successfully going through life’s rites of passage can lead to a clear vision for a future filled with purpose.

Our goal at London Tree is to make mental health & wellness accessible to more people, which is why London Tree has a more flexible and creative approach to counselling. Our clinical lead Dr. Jassal firmly believes in a strong client-centred approach wherein individuals feel empowered to approach counselling or life coaching through a wellness-centric model that is best suited to them. Dr. Jassal works with clients of all age groups, sexualities, ethnicities, and disabilities. Dr. Jassal works with a limited number of clients to ensure she has the time and capacity to dedicate an ethos of care to all.

I am passionate in working with adolescents and adults through a variety of different issues, including: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, life transitions, addiction, and psychosis. I am grounded in a culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed perspective and believe in each individual's innate desire to heal and move towards their life goals. I acknowledge the unique experiences that each person brings to the counselling process, and find it a privilege to be included in your journey.

Welcome! Are you unable to relax, easily aggravated or overwhelmed by worries? Is past trauma triggering you today? Feeling disconnected or lost? I work with children, teens, adults and seniors suffering from anxiety, stress, trauma, chronic conditions, grief/loss, self esteem and life transitions. We work as a team, building a relationship of trust, respect and purpose. As a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor, my passion is to empower you to reach your highest potential. I focus on the mind-body-heart connection by using holistic methods. I am trained in art therapy , expressive arts therapies, somatic therapy and play therapy.

I'm really glad you're here. Over the past 30 years I've supported a wide variety of people on their healing journey. Together, we have worked through issues around trauma (current, historic & generational) PTSD, addiction & recovery (including alcohol, drugs, food, sex, gaming, porn, shopping, relationships & gambling), sexuality & sexual orientation, anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, and bipolar disorder. I have also supported people who live differently-abled lives, including those living on the autism spectrum and with Downs Syndrome. Please check out my website &/or call/text/email, to get to know me better.

My approach with each person (adult, child, couple & family) is as unique as the individual. I work collaboratively with you in order to achieve the most positive and maximum results. My hope is to provide you with the education, skills, and tools in order to empower you to live your life to the fullest. I believe in a holistic treatment approach: emotional, cognitive, physical & spiritual. I offer art and talk therapy in office, online, and via telephone, to people of all ages, struggling with emotional difficulties, life challenges, and mental health concerns.

You can't cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water. -Rabindranath Tagore. Whether you have tried many therapists, or have never been to therapy, I am comfortable working with people who are skeptical about the counselling process. I bring a trauma-informed lens to counselling to help you work through tricky moments from the past and present that we may or may not be entirely aware of. I have a person-centred approach, which means that I work collaboratively with you, at your own pace.

No issue is too small or too big for counselling! Maybe you are dealing with past or present circumstances that have left you struggling to cope with your emotions, feeling anxious, stressed, or depressed. Perhaps you need help navigating big or small transitions or events in your life; these may be deeply painful or even wonderful, yet anxiety provoking. Struggling with pregnancy/postpartum issues? Maybe you want to develop mind+body health, self-compassion and rediscover your true self. If you're ready to feel heard and supported and you're willing to engage in the counselling process with courage and openness, therapy can help.

Are you an individual who wants to feel better and know where they are going in life? Do you want to learn how to move past those frustrating moments dealing with family issues and develop a great sense of who you are and feel clear about your purpose? Learning about relationships is learning about the part you play so you can develop skills and create more harmony, connect with your inner strengths and resources to create new patterns, and live more fully. I work with you and various therapeutic methods to meet your needs that result in increased strength, creative energy, and skill development so you can feel successful.

Some days life feels extra difficult. You might have difficulty making the connection you want with the people around you; you might face some really hard decisions that seem impossible to make; you might be dealing with anxiety, depression or anything else and just want life to be a little easier. Regardless of your goals, or whether you even have one, I am here to listen and help you figure things out. My mission is to help you recognize the power you hold and make sense of your life in an environment that is safe and respectful to all people on a fundamental level.

Do you feel a bit wobbly, worried, stressed out, or stuck in repeating patterns that aren’t working for you anymore? Maybe you’re having a tough time navigating through anxiety, depression, or complicated personal relationships. Perhaps you’d like to get better at communicating with the ones in your life that matter the most. You could also be wondering why painful memories from long ago keep popping up and you wonder if there’s a way to make them stop. Facing all of this alone can feel overwhelming, but real healing and change can come when you connect with someone you trust and feel fully safe with.

I have been described by clients as being vibrant and energetic and the way I conduct therapy is an action-orientated process. When conducting therapy with my couples I create a positive, comfortable, and humor-filled, environment which is most conducive to learning. It is so gratifying to see couples become excited about their relationships, and to know that I had a part in influencing their relationship in a positive way. I work with couples on many topics, from communication to infidelity. I also enjoy individual therapy working on issues around anxiety, depression, to life transitions.